[ou812545]

This is indeed an interesting topic.
As a consumer I clearly see why this legislation makes sense. I own a couple newer model European cars and I feel that I really don't have a choice as to who can service them. I feel that I'm locked into the dealers. I'm not always happy with the service levels or price at the dealers. I have no other real options and the dealers know this.
I see this as a step towards promoting more competition and if the dealers want to compete they will need to provide better value through service and price like everyone else.